How do you give a probiotic to an infant?

Probiotic therapy in infants - administration

On the product packaging or leaflet you will find information from the manufacturer about the recommended use of the product. 

The probiotic in the form of drops can be administered directly into the mouth or mixed with a small amount of liquid (such as water, juice, milk). 

It is important that the temperature of the liquid is not higher than 37°C! 

If the baby is breastfed, you can add to the pumped milk. You can proceed in a similar way with capsules - open them and dissolve the contents in liquid. 

Importantly, pay close attention to whether the capsules are enteral - these cannot be opened! 

You can do the same with products in sachets - dissolve the powder in them in liquid. 

What gives a probiotic to an infant?

Probiotic support is worth considering in the following cases: delivery by cesarean section, when the baby is not breastfed, during and after antibiotic therapy, after hospital stays, in the case of gastrointestinal ailments (colic, volatilization, diarrhea, problems with defecation), frequent infections, as well as in the prevention of allergies atopic dermatitis or irritable bowel syndrome.

Probiotics and ...

Many preparations containing probiotics also conceal "food" for them - prebiotics, so as to allow them the best possible conditions for development, in order to promote health.

"Negative" microbiome

However, it is important to remember that there may be pathogenic bacteria belonging to the Enterobacteriaceae family (Salmonella, E.Coli, Klebsiella, etc.) in our bacterial flora.

The key for me (and for you) is to make sure that you support your own microbiome in your life activities. 

When you take care of your microflora, I guarantee a definite improvement in your health, better well-being, greater immunity and a more comfortable life, in a broad sense. 

Take care of your health as if it were your greatest treasure!

This will pay off throughout a long life.